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Crunch. Uh-oh... it’s the unmistakable sound of a fender-bender. When a car rear-ends you in a parking lot, there’s a lot that races through your mind... including, “How much is this going to cost?” Unfortunately,...

Summer’s almost here. The sun will come out of hiding, and people will, too. As crowds swell at the beach, in parks, and even on roadways, it all makes for some challenging driving conditions. More people are out and...

You’ve heard all the talk about driverless cars - but unfortunately, we’re still years away from living in a world where you just tell your car where to go, kick back and relax with a book (or, more likely, your phone)....

It’s easy to lower your insurance costs - especially if you have a great driving record, or don’t mind having higher deductibles. Who doesn’t want to pay less for car insurance? Billions of dollars are spent on ad...

The cost of insurance can vary by hundreds of dollars depending on your driving record, what type of car you have, where you live, and many other variables. Insurance companies must consider multiple factors including...

5 Ways to Avoid Parking Lot Fender Benders Parking lots in Northwest Indiana – we love the convenience but hate the frustrations, especially when people are driving too fast, backing out of spots without looking...

Talking to Your Teen About Safe Driving When teens begin to drive, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and the National Safety Council, the sobering statistics start to pile up:Car...

When it comes to car insurance, a small monthly premium protects not only an asset you rely on every day, but also you and your family’s health and well-being if you’re ever involved in an accident. Insurance policies...

You’ve heard all the talk about driverless cars. Yet we’re still years away from living in a world where you can just tell your car where to go and then kick back and relax with a book or your phone. Even still,...

No matter how safe you are behind the wheel, you’ve probably done things like: Shift into drive while the car is still rolling backward. Ride the brakes on steep hills. Roll into the gas station on empty. Guilty? If so,...

Have you ever noticed that, with roadway anger, it’s always the other guy’s fault? And, it very well could be. The thing is, you can’t control how other people drive. But, you can control how you respond to situations...

It’s just rain — how much impact can it really have on your driving? The answer: a lot. You’re likely to experience lower visibility, reduced traction and increased difficulty in handling your car both during and after...

Freezing temperatures, gusts of wind, patches of ice – winter can be a horrible time to be on the road, especially if you’re on vacation and aren’t used to driving in winter conditions. And, it’s an even worse time to...

About 2 million times every year, animals and cars collide on U.S. roadways — often causing serious and even fatal injuries to drivers and passengers, along with about $1 billion in damage, according to the U.S....

The screech of tires. The shriek of brakes. The tinkle of broken glass. These aren't sounds that anyone wants to hear, but car accidents are part of modern life. How you react after an accident can make the process of...

You probably come to a full halt at stop signs, always use your turn signals and never speed through a yellow light. But even the best drivers all have one thing in common: we're all human, and humans make mistakes....

We've gathered the answers to some of the most common "Am I covered if..." questions about your car insurance policy to help you minimize any surprises. Remember, the best time to learn about what's covered in a basic...

It's easy to forget about your tires when it comes to vehicle safety. But with winter weather already in many parts of the country, tires are an important aspect you should keep in mind. Your tires can be the...

Millions of Americans will do some traveling this holiday season - the majority of it by car. Of course, winter weather creates a unique set of challenges on the roadways, whether you're simply driving around in...

It's an exciting time when your child heads off to college. Whether they're attending school in Indiana or have moved all the way across the country, there were a ton of things to get done last month, but did you...